North Port — Food Safety Records
North Port, Florida has 74 food establishments with 1,420 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 91.6%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.1 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Fafa INC China Buffet in North Port on June 3, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
North Port Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
North Port
91.6%
Pass Rate
91.6%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
North Port
5.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
North Port
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
North Port Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ikoi Sushi Hibachi | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| China Palace | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Iasia Restaurant | 6 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Chef | 15 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| First Watch Restaurant #135 | 2 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| First Watch Restaurant #135 | 3 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Ikoi Sushi Hibachi | 15 (5 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Domino's Pizza 5110 | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Toastys | 2 | Call Back - Complied |
North Port Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 14,728 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 12,608 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 8,236 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 8,088 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 7,393 |
North Port Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2026 | Fafa INC China Buffet | $800 | 7--2026032453 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Iasia Restaurant | $400 | 7--2026036389 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Marcos Pizza 8011 | $320 | 7--2026003583 |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Subway 28358 | $160 | 7--2026052350 |
North Port Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 22 |
| Other fire safety violation | 7 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 1 |
North Port: Notable Restaurants
Fafa INC China Buffet
48 inspections
607 violations
3 closures
China Chef
30 inspections
302 violations
1 closures
Piesanos
34 inspections
279 violations
1 closures
Beef O Brady's
34 inspections
254 violations
1 closures
Ikoi Sushi Hibachi
12 inspections
80 violations
Iasia Restaurant
20 inspections
172 violations
North Port: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 152 | 0 |
| Dominos | 2 | 90 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 129 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 131 | 0 |
| Hampton Inn | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 183 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 1 | 70 | 1 |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | 1 | 123 | 0 |
| Five Guys | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Marcos Pizza | 1 | 72 | 0 |
North Port Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in North Port?
- North Port, Florida has 74 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in North Port?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in North Port is 91.6%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in North Port this year?
- 1 food establishments in North Port have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in North Port?
- The most frequently cited violations in North Port are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in North Port?
- Subway has the most locations in North Port with 3 establishments.
- How does North Port compare to the Florida state average?
- North Port has a pass rate of 91.6%, which is 5.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in North Port?
- Food establishments in North Port have an average of 19.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in North Port been assessed?
- Food establishments in North Port have been assessed $13,155 in fines across 26 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $526 and the largest single fine was $3,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in North Port restaurants?
- 32 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in North Port. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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North Port Restaurants & Food Establishments (74)
Hampton Inn & Suites
5664 TUSCOLA BLVD, North Port
11 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jul 2026Puerto Rican Spice
12765 TAMIAMI TRL S, North Port
6 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Aug 2026Kfc
5682 TUSCOLA BLVD, North Port
8 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Jul 2026Wendy's #13451
1000 TECHNOLOGY AVE, North Port
8 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Jun 2026Scottys Pub
14530 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
8 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Jul 2025Shiki Hibachi & Sushi
14999 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
2 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Jul 2026Shiver Shack Hawaiian Sno-cones
1139 N SUMTER BLVD, North Port
9 inspections · 13 violations · Last: Aug 2026Toastys
14876 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
3 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Sep 2026North Port Aquatic Center
6205A W PRICE BLVD, North Port
9 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Apr 2026Q Too
14293 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
3 inspections · 5 violations · Last: Mar 2026Do the Beach North Port
14265 S TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
2 inspections · 2 violations · Last: Mar 2026Advanced Fresh Concepts Pb 1180
1251 S Toledo Blade Blvd, North Port
0 inspections · 0 violationsCrumbl Cookies North Port
17437 Tamiami Trl, North Port
0 inspections · 0 violationsSunny Sip Company
3785 N Cranberry Blvd, North Port
0 inspections · 0 violations